The Brazilian has been named in Chelsea’s Champions League squad, but according to Telegraph, there are concerns that he will not be in a fit state to play for another month and a half.
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Colombia striker Jackson Martinez joined Guangzhou Evergrande from Atletico Madrid for £31m the following week.
“He was well received in Watford, They supported him and cheered him”, Hiddink said.
“Loyalty is secured by contracts”.
The injuries mean that Diego Costa will likely lead the line against United at Stamford Bridge.
But when asked whether his loan signing will have time to make an impact this season, he said: “I think and I hope so”.
Guus Hiddink admits Chelsea could face a challenge to hold on to their top stars if they miss out on the Champions League.
Chelsea have denied reports that Oscar has been the subject of a £75m bid from China Super League club Jiangsu Suning.
“In a certain part of your career it might be [attractive], but I know also that there were players who say, “No, I’m not going to China” even though they were offered a huge amount of money”, Hiddink added.
Chelsea take on Manchester United in the latest installment of their long-standing Premier League rivalry on Sunday afternoon, although with both sides lower down the table than they would like.
Hiddink believes China will continue to grow as a footballing powerhouse, but also sees the Premier League continuing its growth thanks to the influx of cash from the new TV rights deal, which is worth around £5 billion domestically.
“In the biggest cities to the smallest villages, wherever in the world there is a satellite showing Premier League”.
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In fact, Hiddink has revealed that Pato came to the club in preseason shape and will need a few weeks to prepare for the intensity of the English football.
